BMW 328Ci COUPE 2000 E46 Owners Manual

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Automatic climate control1 Air on the windshield and on the
side windows
2 Air flow toward upper body
The side rotary dials provide infi-
nitely-variable regulation of the air
supply, while the levers change the
air-flow direction. The center rotary
dial adjusts the temperature of the
air as it flows out, see page 92
3 Front footwell ventilation
There are corresponding air vents
in the rear footwell as well
4 Recirculated air mode/Automatic
recirculated-air control (AUC)
*
91, 92
5 Air supply91
6 Temperature90
7 Automatic air distribution90
8 Individual air distribution90
9 Air grill for interior temperature
sensor – please keep clear and
unobstructed
10 Display for temperature and air
supply90
11 Defrost the windows and remove
condensation91
12 Air conditioner91
13 Rear window defroster71, 92

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Automatic climate controlTips for pleasant drivingUse the automatic system; switch on
AUTO-button 7. Select an interior tem-
perature that is comfortable for you
– we recommend 707 (226) as a
comfortable setting. When the outside
temperature is above 407 (+ 56), you
can also use the air conditioning system
(12). This system dries the air and pre-
vents condensation on the windows
(e.g. if persons are wearing damp cloth-
ing). Set the outlets (2) so that the air
flows past you and is not directed
straight at you. Set the rotary dial be-
tween the air outlets (2) for the upper
body to a medium position, since air
that is somewhat cooler promotes driv-
ing without fatigue.
Detailed setting options are described
for you in the following section.
You can make the settings of your
vehicle in such a manner that,
when you unlock the car with your per-
sonalized remote control, your own per-
sonalized setting of the automatic cli-
mate control is initiated.<
Automatic air distribution
The AUTO program assumes
the adjustment of the air distri-
bution and the air supply for you and in
addition adapts the temperature to
external influences (summer, winter) to
meet preferences you can specify. This
program maintains a comfortable in-car
climate regardless of the season. Select
an interior temperature that is comfort-
able for you – we recommend 707
(226). The temperature selected and
the word AUTO for the air supply
appear in display (10) (refer to the over-
view on page 88). Open the air outlets
for the upper body area. Switch on the
air conditioner in warm weather. The
maximum cooling capacity is achieved
when you set rotary dial (3) (refer to
page 92) to cold.
Individual air distribution
You can cancel the AUTO pro-
gram by selecting specific distri-
bution patterns to suit your own
individual requirements. You
can direct air to flow onto the windows
, toward the upper body , and into
the footwell .
Temperature
The figures in the display provide
a general indication of interior
temperature. We recommend 707
(226) as a comfortable setting, whether
the air conditioner is operating or not.
When you start the vehicle, the system
ensures that the selected temperature is
reached as quickly as possible. It then
maintains this temperature, regardless
of the season.
Set rotary dial 3 (refer to "Draft-free
ventilation" on page 92) to a medium
setting, since air that is somewhat
cooler promotes driving without fatigue.
You can use this setting for mixing air to
make minor comfort modifications.
The full, uncontrolled heater out-
put is available starting at an inte-
rior temperature setting of 907 (326).
At a setting of 607 (166), the full cool-
ing output is available when the air con-
ditioner is activated.<

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Automatic climate control Air supply

By pressing the left or right half
of the button, you can vary the
air supply. By doing this, you switch off
the automatic control of the air supply.
Nevertheless, the automatic air distribu-
tion remains unchanged.
When you set the lowest blower speed
by pressing the left half of the button,
all of the displays are canceled: The
blower, heating and air conditioner are
switched off, and the air supply is
stopped. You can reactivate the system
by pressing any button of the automatic
climate control.
To defrost windshield and side
windows
This program quickly removes
ice and condensation from the
windshield and the side windows.
Air conditioner
The air is cooled and dehumidi-
fied and – depending on the
temperature setting – rewarmed when
the air conditioner system is switched
on.
Depending on the weather, the wind-
shield may fog over briefly when the
engine is started.
Use the button to switch off the air con-
ditioner at outside temperatures below
approx. + 407 (+ 56). This will help to
prevent the windows from fogging up.
If the windows fog over after switching
the air conditioner off, switch it back on.
Condensation forms in the air con-
ditioner system during operation,
that then exits under the vehicle. Traces
of condensed water of this kind are thus
normal.<
Recirculated-air mode
You can respond to unpleasant
external odors by temporarily
blocking outside air. The system then
recirculates the air already within the
vehicle.
If the windows fog over in the re-
circulated air mode, switch this
mode off and increase the air supply as
required.<

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Automatic climate controlAutomatic recirculated-air control
(AUC)
*You can respond to unpleasant
external odors by temporarily
blocking outside air. The system then
recirculates the air already within the
vehicle. By repeated actuations of the
button, you can select one of three dif-
ferent operation modes.
>Indicator lamps off: Fresh air flows
into the vehicle
>Left-hand indicator lamp on – AUC
mode: The system detects pollutants
in the outside air and responds by
deactivating the outside air flow as
required. The system then recircu-
lates the air already within the vehi-
cle. Depending on air quality require-
ments, the system automatically
switches between outside air supply
and recirculation of the air already
within the vehicle.
>Right-hand indicator lamp on: The
flow of outside air into the vehicle is
permanently blocked. The system re-
circulates the air already within the
vehicle.
If the windows fog over in the re-
circulated air mode, switch this
mode off and increase the air supply as
required.<
Rear window defroster
When the rear window defroster
is activated, the indicator lamp
comes on. The rear window defroster
switches off automatically. Refer to
page 71.
Draft-free ventilation The air outlets for the upper body may
be adjusted to meet your personal re-
quirements:
Use the rotary dials (1) for an infinitely-
variable opening and closing of the
vents. You can use the levers (2) to
adjust the flow direction.
Set the outlets so that the air flows past
you and is not directed straight at you.
The rotary dial (3) allows you to mix the
air from the outlets for your upper body
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Automatic climate control Heated seats
*
Roller sun blind
*
Microfilter, activated charcoal
filter
*
A microfilter traps dust and pollen from
the outside air. The activated-charcoal
filter provides additional protection by
filtering gaseous pollutants from the
outside air. Your BMW center replaces
this combined filter
* as a standard part
of your scheduled maintenance. A sub-
stantial reduction in air flow indicates
that the filter needs to be replaced
early.
For additional details on the filter
change, please refer to page 154.The seat cushion and backrest can be
heated with ignition key in position 2.
By repeated actuation of a button, you
can select one of three different opera-
tion modes.
>Two indicator lamps on: Heating at a
high temperature
>One indicator lamp on: Heating at a
low temperature
>Indicator lamps off: Seat heating de-
activated.
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To actuate, press the button briefly with
ignition key in position 2.
The illustration depicts the arrangement
of the buttons if the vehicle is fully
equipped. This may vary, depending
on the equipment actually installed.462us028

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HiFi System – harman kardonEvery time you press the button, the
feature is switched on or off.
When the system is switched on, the
sensation of a significantly larger pas-
senger area is created (spatial en-
hancement), with an improvement of
the stereo effect throughout the seating
area.
When reception is weak, the radio fre-
quently switches between stereo and
mono operation. Switch this feature off
if this occurs.462us029
To openPull the handle and the lamp comes on.To closeFold up cover.To lockUse one of the master keys. A master
key is also required for unlocking.
For example, if you turn over only
your door and ignition keys for va-
let parking (refer to page 32), access to
the glove compartment is not possi-
ble.<462de235
To prevent injury in the event of a
crash, close the glove compart-
ment immediately after use.<
Rechargeable flashlight
*
Located on the left-hand side of the
glove compartment.
Features integral overload-protection,
so it can be left in its holder continu-
ously.
Be sure that the flashlight is
switched off when it is inserted
into its holder. Failure to comply with
this precaution could lead to overcharg-
ing and damage.<
HiFi System
*
Glove compartment

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Storage compartments Cellular phones
*
To open the storage shelf in the front
center armrest
*:
Press the button (arrow) and lift up-
ward.
Other compartments are located on the
front doors as well as on the center
console over the ashtray
*. Storage
nets
* are located on the back of the
front seats.
Storage packet
*
(Not released at this time)
For your comfort, there are:
>the rear center armrest with the pull-
out cup/can holder and a clip for a
trash bag,
>two flip-out sockets on the rear cen-
ter console,
>an eyeglass storage compartment
* in
the center console in front over the
ashtray.
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Coin holder, cup holder>A coin holder and two cup holders
are provided in the center console.460us251
Hands-free systemIn vehicles with a telephone prep
* or
communications package
*, the trim
piece for the hands-free microphone is
located in the headliner near the interior
lamp.
For additional information concerning
the cellular phone, please refer to the
manufacturer's operating instructions.
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Ashtray, front
* Cigarette lighter
*
To openPress briefly in direction indicated by
arrow.
To extinguish a cigarette, tap off the ash
and gently press the tip into the funnel.462us030
To emptyOpen the lid and press down (arrow):
You can now pull the ashtray upward
for removal.
On vehicles equipped for non-smok-
ers, the insert is removed in the same
way.462us031
Press in. Remove as soon as the lighter
jumps back out.
Hold or touch the hot cigarette
lighter by the knob only. Holding
or touching it in other areas could result
in burns.
The cigarette lighter remains operational
when the ignition key has been removed.
For this reason, children should never
be left in the car unattended. flashlights, car vacuum cleaners, etc., up
to a rating of approx. 200 watts at 12 volts.
Avoid damaging the socket due to insert-
ing plugs of different shapes or sizes.
On vehicles equipped for non-smokers,
the socket is provided at the same location.462us032

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Ashtray, rear
* Clothes hooks
To openPush the cover open.To emptyPress on the edge of the raised cover in
the opening direction (arrow). You can
now pull the ashtray upward for re-
moval.
On vehicles equipped for non-smokers,
the insert is removed in the same way.460de104
Press on the upper edge to fold it up.
Additional notes: Refer to page 105462de265

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Through-loading facility The rear backrest is divided into two
sections, one-third and two-thirds of
the seat respectively. For carrying
longer objects, you can fold down either
section of the backrest separately.
To unlock, pull the lever corresponding
to the section (arrow).460de154
The rear backrest section will move for-
ward slightly when it is unlocked. Reach
into the gap and pull the backrest down.
When you close the backrest, be
sure that the retainer engages cor-
rectly. If it is not correctly engaged,
transported cargo could enter the pas-
senger compartment from the luggage
compartment during brake applications
or evasive maneuvers and endanger the
vehicle occupants.<462de240
The fittings at the corners of the lug-
gage compartment provide you with a
convenient means of attaching luggage
nets
* and flexible straps for securing
suitcases and luggage.
Refer also to "Cargo loading" on
page 100.